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Re: Rubbing Alcohol on plastic?

Author: Chris P
Date: 2019-03-26 15:57

Denatured alcohol is rubbing alcohol (which we call methylated spirits in the UK). That won't harm plastic but it won't remove smells as soft materials will be the things that absorb odours, so they'd have to be replaced if they stink.

Being a plastic clarinet, you can wash it in lukewarm water ONLY when all the keys and screws have been removed so the joints are stripped down. If it has stainless steel needle springs, those can stay in as water won't harm them.

The tenon corks may have to be replaced as well, so it won't matter if they get a soaking along with the joints. If they survive and remain in good condition after washing, then that's a bonus.

Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.

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